1999 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, both 1999 BMW 318 and 1999 Tata Safari were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 642 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari. 1999 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 BMW 318 | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 318 | Safari |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |